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'''Baron Rivendare''' is a powerful [[death knight]] in the service of the [[Lich King]]. Originally ruling over the city of [[Stratholme]] for the [[Scourge]], he now leads the [[Four Horsemen]] of [[Naxxramas]] in place of [[Alexandros Mograine|Highlord Mograine]].
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== Biography ==
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Once a wealthy human landowner, the plague corrupted Rivendare and he pledged himself as a death knight. Rivendare’s duty is to round up and murder any human survivors he can find, and he and his patrols do just that.<ref>{{ref book |author=Arthaus |title=[[Lands of Conflict]] |isbn=9781588469601 |pages=95}}</ref> He coordinated the efforts of the [[Lich King]] in the [[Plaguelands]], and battled with agents of the [[Argent Dawn]] sent to Stratholme to kill him. He was later part of the invasion of the [[Scarlet Enclave]] and eventually became the leader of the Four Horsemen in Naxxramas.
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Once, Baron Rivendare was a wealthy [[Kingdom of Lordaeron|Lordaeron]] landowner and a friend of [[Kel'Thuzad]]. He fell under the necromancer’s sway and helped build and structure the [[Cult of the Damned]]. Rivendare then achieved the title and powers of a death knight. Now, Rivendare has his base in Stratholme. He serves Kel'Thuzad eagerly and exults in his power. One of his greatest joys is to instill corruption in others, especially paladins, and most especially members of the Argent Dawn. This knight is a regal figure — his face is pale but aristocratic, and white hair hangs to his shoulders, while a scarf covers his face. He crouches over a horned, skeletal steed, and purple runes glitter across his black armor, cloak, and runeblade. Baron Rivendare excels at melee combat (especially mounted warfare) and he knows it. At the earliest possible moment, he charges, whether afoot or mounted on his skeletal horse, Deathcharger. Then the baron unleashes the dreadful power of his runeblade. He prefers to fight with created undead to support him, and he uses death pact on these to recover hit points. Rivendare enjoys testing his mettle against fellow close combat specialists, but strikes at arcanists and healers if they prove bothersome.<ref name="ReferenceA"/>
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==In World of Warcraft==
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[[Image:Rivendare APG.jpg|thumb|Baron Rivendare killing a [[Scarlet Crusade]] human.]]
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Rivendare appears in the instanced version of [[Acherus: The Ebon Hold]] next to [[Highlord Darion Mograine]]. While passing the [[death knight]] quest line the Baron changes his location and can be found in the [[Crypt of Remembrance]]. He gives the quest {{questlong|neutral|55|Lambs To The Slaughter}}.
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[[File:4horsemen.jpg|thumb|right|Rivendare with the horsemen of Naxxaramas]]
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He also appears in the 10 and 25-man versions of [[Naxxramas]], replacing [[Alexandros Mograine]] as the leader of the [[Four Horsemen]]. As he was killed and beheaded by players at the behest of the Argent Dawn in the quest {{questlong|Neutral|60D|Above and Beyond}}, it is unclear how...although the Lich King's powers of reanimation are legendary.
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===Speculation===
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*It is possible, that when Father Inigo Montoy took Kel'Thuzad's Phylactery he also took the head of Baron Rivendare. This would explain why the Baron is alive in Naxxramas and furthermore, why he is the leader of the four horsemen.
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*There also exists a theory that the Rivendare in Scarlet Enclave and [[Naxxramas]] is not the real Rivendare, but an impostor, as hinted in the book [[On Stratholme]].
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*In ''Cataclysm'', the final boss in Stratholme is named [[Lord Aurius Rivendare]]. It is thereby suggested that [[Aurius]] might be an heir to Baron Rivendare.
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==Quotes==
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===In the Scarlet Enclave===
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[[Image:Baron Rivendare.jpg|thumb|Baron Rivendare at [[Ebon Hold]]]]
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''Crusaders...''
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''<Rivendare shakes his head.>''
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''I am convinced that they are a unique lot amongst the humans. My theory is that they lack higher brain function, unable to logically assess a situation and calculate an outcome. One has only to make mention of the Light to get them frothing and battle ready - at which point they will rush headlong into any engagement with complete disregard for their own well being.''
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====Taunting the Crusaders====
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*{{text|say|The Scourge will consume you!}}
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*{{text|say|Lambs to the slaughter...}}
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*{{text|say|Concentrate your attacks on the weak!}}
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== Images ==
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File:Rivendare2.jpg|Baron Rivendare in Stratholme.
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File:Rivendare.JPG|Baron Rivendare from ''[[Monster Guide]]''.
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== Trivia ==
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*The Model Viewer has him listed on one model as Baron Titus Rivendare, suggesting that Titus is his first name.
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==Patch changes==
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* {{Patch 3.0.2|note=Now appears as one of the Four Horsemen in Naxxramas.}}
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Revision as of 14:53, 18 August 2011

For information on Baron Rivendare in Naxxramas, see Four Horsemen.
For his original encounter in Stratholme, see Baron Rivendare (tactics).
MobBaron Rivendare
Image of Baron Rivendare
Gender Male
Race Human (Undead)
Class Death Knight, Warrior, Mounted Warrior (RPG)
Affiliation(s) The Scourge, formerly the Kingdom of Lordaeron
Occupation Leader of the Scourge in Stratholme (formerly), leader of the Four Horsemen
Location Acherus: The Ebon Hold and Crypt of Remembrance, Scarlet Enclave; The Horsemen's Assembly, Naxxramas
Status Killable
Alignment Chaotic evil[1]

Baron Rivendare is a powerful death knight in the service of the Lich King. Originally ruling over the city of Stratholme for the Scourge, he now leads the Four Horsemen of Naxxramas in place of Highlord Mograine.

Biography

Once a wealthy human landowner, the plague corrupted Rivendare and he pledged himself as a death knight. Rivendare’s duty is to round up and murder any human survivors he can find, and he and his patrols do just that.[2] He coordinated the efforts of the Lich King in the Plaguelands, and battled with agents of the Argent Dawn sent to Stratholme to kill him. He was later part of the invasion of the Scarlet Enclave and eventually became the leader of the Four Horsemen in Naxxramas.

Once, Baron Rivendare was a wealthy Lordaeron landowner and a friend of Kel'Thuzad. He fell under the necromancer’s sway and helped build and structure the Cult of the Damned. Rivendare then achieved the title and powers of a death knight. Now, Rivendare has his base in Stratholme. He serves Kel'Thuzad eagerly and exults in his power. One of his greatest joys is to instill corruption in others, especially paladins, and most especially members of the Argent Dawn. This knight is a regal figure — his face is pale but aristocratic, and white hair hangs to his shoulders, while a scarf covers his face. He crouches over a horned, skeletal steed, and purple runes glitter across his black armor, cloak, and runeblade. Baron Rivendare excels at melee combat (especially mounted warfare) and he knows it. At the earliest possible moment, he charges, whether afoot or mounted on his skeletal horse, Deathcharger. Then the baron unleashes the dreadful power of his runeblade. He prefers to fight with created undead to support him, and he uses death pact on these to recover hit points. Rivendare enjoys testing his mettle against fellow close combat specialists, but strikes at arcanists and healers if they prove bothersome.[1]

In World of Warcraft

Rivendare APG

Baron Rivendare killing a Scarlet Crusade human.

Wrath-Logo-Small This section concerns content related to Wrath of the Lich King.

Rivendare appears in the instanced version of Acherus: The Ebon Hold next to Highlord Darion Mograine. While passing the death knight quest line the Baron changes his location and can be found in the Crypt of Remembrance. He gives the quest N [55] Lambs To The Slaughter.

4horsemen

Rivendare with the horsemen of Naxxaramas

He also appears in the 10 and 25-man versions of Naxxramas, replacing Alexandros Mograine as the leader of the Four Horsemen. As he was killed and beheaded by players at the behest of the Argent Dawn in the quest N [60D] Above and Beyond, it is unclear how...although the Lich King's powers of reanimation are legendary.

Speculation

Questionmark-medium
This article or section includes speculation, observations or opinions possibly supported by lore or by Blizzard officials. It should not be taken as representing official lore.
  • It is possible, that when Father Inigo Montoy took Kel'Thuzad's Phylactery he also took the head of Baron Rivendare. This would explain why the Baron is alive in Naxxramas and furthermore, why he is the leader of the four horsemen.
  • There also exists a theory that the Rivendare in Scarlet Enclave and Naxxramas is not the real Rivendare, but an impostor, as hinted in the book On Stratholme.
  • In Cataclysm, the final boss in Stratholme is named Lord Aurius Rivendare. It is thereby suggested that Aurius might be an heir to Baron Rivendare.

Quotes

In the Scarlet Enclave

Baron Rivendare

Baron Rivendare at Ebon Hold

Crusaders...

<Rivendare shakes his head.>

I am convinced that they are a unique lot amongst the humans. My theory is that they lack higher brain function, unable to logically assess a situation and calculate an outcome. One has only to make mention of the Light to get them frothing and battle ready - at which point they will rush headlong into any engagement with complete disregard for their own well being.

Taunting the Crusaders

  • The Scourge will consume you!
  • Lambs to the slaughter...
  • Concentrate your attacks on the weak!

Images

  • Baron Rivendare in Stratholme.

    Baron Rivendare in Stratholme.

  • Baron Rivendare from Monster Guide.

    Baron Rivendare from Monster Guide.

Trivia

  • The Model Viewer has him listed on one model as Baron Titus Rivendare, suggesting that Titus is his first name.

Patch changes

  • Cataclysm Patch 4.0.3a (2010-11-23): Removed from Strattholme
  • Wrath-Logo-Small Patch 3.0.2 (2008-10-14): Now appears as one of the Four Horsemen in Naxxramas.
  • WoW Icon update Patch 1.6.0 (2005-07-12): You will now be able to make additional attempts at Baron Rivendare should your initial attempt fail.

References

 
  1. ^ a b Blizzard Entertainment. Monster Guide, 156. ISBN 9781588469366. 
  2. ^ Arthaus. Lands of Conflict, 95. ISBN 9781588469601. 

External links

Ebon Hold Crypt of Remembrance Death's Breach
Preceded by:
Kel'Thuzad 		Position:
Ruler of Stratholme 		Succeeded by:
Lord Aurius Rivendare
Preceded by:
Alexandros Mograine 		Position:
Leader of the Four Horsemen 		Succeeded by:
Incumbent
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